Anyone interested in moving to Canada (or within Canada) will discover that the country
boasts an incredible array of cities and towns to choose from.
There are ample options for quaint small towns and large, lively Cities.
And where you pick will largely depend on what you're looking for.
In this video, we've included a nice mix of smaller and larger places, and we are taking
a look at some of the many factors to consider when looking for a new place in Canada to
live.
So join Viewcation, as we take you through the best places to live in Canada!
What To Look For If you’re looking for attributes of a great
place to live, there are a lot of different factors.
And of course, certain things that might be great for one person, might not be as important
as others.
If you’re going to be working from home, and you have a family already, then a city
with bustling nightlife might not be as important to you.
But if you’re a young, single person who loves to hit the clubs, then nightlife is
key!
So we understand that not every component of every place we’ll look at is for everyone.
That being said, there are some factors that tend to play across all demographics.
Those are things like general safety, and the cost of living.
Then there is the general quality of life, which is often measured by things like pollution,
green spaces, education, and more.
And then there’s also the additional factor of a city or town being a great place to work.
Some of our choices include those places that makes the average person’s work situation
a lot better.
So let’s take a look at some of the best places to live in Canada!
Quebec City, Quebec Quebec City is more than just the capital
of Quebec.
It's actually one of the earliest settlements in the entire continent.
It combines old-world charm and historical architecture with elements of modern city
living.
For starters, the cost of living is quite low – in fact, it's among the lowest when
compared to the other major Canadian cities, and 25% below the national index.
Plus housing costs are particularly low here.
There is a lot of great culture here too.
It has the museums and historical attractions you’d expect from a major city, as well
as excellent food and bar options too.
But it’s not just about the urban environment.
There is a lot of green space in Quebec City as well.
It boasts miles and miles of great paths for biking and running, especially in and around
Les Chutes Montmorency waterfall and the park that surrounds it.
And The Plains of Abraham offers a ton of great outdoor sporting activities and more.
Plus, its music festival, Festival d’été de Québec, has quickly become an international
sensation and hosts some of the biggest names in music every year.
The job market in Quebec City is thriving, and it boasts the lowest crime rates among
all Canadian cities!
Barrie, Ontario Barrie, Ontario was, at one time, considered
Ontario’s hub for winter sports.
But these days it has developed into a place to visit throughout the year.
While it still maintains excellent skiing during winter times, among the other popular
cold weather activities, it also has made a huge effort in the past couple of decades
to be a place to go during the summer too.
Residents are often seen participating in summer sports in the green spaces and along
the banks of Kempenfelt Bay as well.
The cost of housing is very affordable in Barrie, with the average home costing around
$450,000, and an average rental cost for an apartment of $1,200.
This is in sharp contrast to home costs in Toronto, which is only around 50 miles away.
Plus, Barrie has a crime rate that’s 34% below the national rate, making it one of
the safest cities in all of Canada.
In recent years Barrie has become known for its thriving art scene.
It has many festivals throughout the year, but the most well known is Kempenfest.
It’s one of the best and largest outdoor arts and crafts festivals in all of Ontario.
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Vancouver, British Columbia Vancouver has become known in Hollywood for
being a city that can be made to look like a lot of other major cities.
And because it can boast a lot of the best parts of other cities, many movie and TV productions
are shot there.
But there’s a lot more to Vancouver than its appeal to the big Hollywood studios.
It’s considered one of the best places to live in all of Canada.
As a coastal city, it offers residents a huge variety of natural and man-made attractions.
For starters, you immediately get a mix of mountains, forests, and beaches in and around
the giant urban areas of downtown Vancouver.
So anyone who enjoys the outdoors will find that it's a great place to be centered.
Even if you're not an outdoorsy, activity-oriented person, you’ll still love the tremendous
views Vancouver offers.
It's a major cultural hub as well.
The music, art, and food scenes there are as cutting edge and vibrant as you’d expect
from a major city.
It’s also known for having incredible nightlife.
Plus the job market is thriving, so if you’re looking for employment, it’s a great place
to start.
This is especially true in the tech sector.
Or if you’re in need of more education, Vancouver is home to many top-notch schools
and universities.
The one drawback of Vancouver is that it’s fairly expensive.
So if you’re looking for a place with low cost of living, you should look to one of
the other spots on our list!
Trenton, Nova Scotia On the other side of the country from Vancouver
is Trenton, Nova Scotia.
And if you’re looking for the activity and nightlife of a major Canadian city like Vancouver,
then Trenton probably isn’t your spot.
But if you have other priorities, it’s a lovely place to be.
It’s located on the banks of the East River of Pictou, and is only a few minutes away
from New Glasgow.
One of its best attributes is its green space.
It has more than 500 acres of trees and several miles of walking and hiking trails.
And for anyone looking for a town with a great beach, Trenton is an excellent option.
But what’s perhaps best about Trenton is that it’s one of the most affordable places
to live in the country.
Home prices sit at 81% lower than the rest of Canada, at an average of around $124,000,
with average rental prices sitting at around $660 per month.
Plus, it’s a safe place to live.
Its crime rates are generally lower than the province’s average as well as the Canadian
average by around 10%.
Winnipeg, Manitoba Winnipeg has a lot going for it.
It may not be as talked about as other cities in Canada, but it’s an excellent place to
live.
It boasts a low cost of living, as well as a diverse population.
It’s the cultural hub of the province, and there are plenty of job opportunities to explore
as well.
If you’re into wellness, Winnipeg is known for placing a lot of importance on it, exhibited
no better than at their famous Thermea Spa.
It has a lot of great attractions that are not only utilized by tourists, but by locals
as well.
These include the great shopping and food district, The Forks, as well as the Assiniboine
Zoo, and the moving and important Canadian Museum For Human Rights.
And sports lovers will love that it’s the home of the NHL’s Winnipeg Jets, as well
as hosting a CFL football team and a professional baseball team.
And the average cost of a home in Winnipeg is well below the average home cost in Canada,
so you’ll have an easier time being a homeowner than in most other major cities.
Deep River, Ontario If you’re looking for breathtaking scenery,
and great outdoor activities, you can’t beat Deep River.
Situated along the banks of the Ottawa River, it’s a fantastic place to hike, go boating,
and many other outdoor activities.
It has a local golf course for the warmer months and a ski hill for when it gets cold.
And it’s one of the most affordable places to live in the province.
A house in Deep River runs an average of around $400,000.
And a 1-bedroom apartment rental will usually run around $1,400 a month.
Deep River is also quite safe.
It has a CSI (Crime Severity Index) of 21.68, which is miles lower than the Canadian average
of 73.44.
Canada is filled with towns and cities that are ideal to move to.
It’s a country full of culture, great outdoor activities, food, and more.
So there you have it – the best places to live in Canada.
Now it’s time to hear from you.
Have you visited any of these places before?
If you moved to Canada, or in Canada, would you consider any of these spots?
Let us know in the comments section below.
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